I like the P3 but you can probably get the whole Felt DA bike for not much more. Also, be aware that the p3 has incompatabilities with some Zipp and other wheels. I think the 808's are ok, but you need to check The Cervelo web site. Also, since the P4 is out, you might be able to get a very good deal on a used P3 since some will be selling their P3's to get P4's

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The 404 and 808 are compatible with the P3. The uncertainties surrounding wheel compatibility and Cervelos that have gained traction recently on various forums are specific to the S3 and P4 and should be resolved when Cervelo updates their site, which I'm told should be in the near future.

The P3C isn't a great fit for many people with the short head tube. Especially aiming for IM most tend to have the bars set a little higher for comfort over the distance (no point having an aero bike and riding half the course sitting up) and therefore ride with a huge stack of spacers... Have you considered the P2C?

Personally I'd go with the P3C if they are a comparable fit on your list. I prefer the look of the Cervelo and is a proven aero design.

Just remember fit and body position is the most important consideration to which aero frame to choose followed a close second which bike you like the look of most. As a bike you love and fit well on is a bike you will want to race and train on

Actually the P2C suggestion is pretty good. 2 guys I know got P2C's that wanted P3's after finding out that the overall drag was only about 2 watts more and the price difference was huge. And now that the P4 came out the P2C frames are even cheaper. I was kidding one buddy that bought his frame in June in October that his frame was now $500 less than he just paid.

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